After 18 months out of the restaurant game, foodie fans will be delighted to hear that
Bill Nikoloudis is back, having found a charming Parramatta homestead to resume trading
under his almost ancient Peronis banner.
Bill's original Peronis dates back to 1989-1993, after that Bill operated under the
name Ziggys Cafe/Restaurant, then from 1996-1999 he ran Sabatinis in Crows Nest which he
later
sold to Steve and Jackie Walker, and then from 1999 to 2004 he ran a second
Sabatinis in Parramatta. If you've dined at any of the above restaurants during the
years mentioned, you'll likely be well aware that Bill makes the words hospitality and quality
almost his own, with gentle grace he treats everyone as though they're his own family.
Simply divine Italian food with a Mod-Oz touch is what Bill is all about - from melt-in-the-mouth
Duck Confit to Veal Scallopini diners can expect generous servings, and even the entree
Bruscetta is superbly marinated - "it's got a bit of a bite to it" Bill says matter-of-factly,
the truth is it's far better than his typically modest description.
In a large underground cellar, Bill has 180 wine varieties ready to go, but what
makes this fact even more compelling is that the cellar caters for quick diners happy to
simply quaff a decent $25 Italian red, through to Penfolds Grange 1992 for $800,
or even a magnum of 1994 Penfolds range for $2000!!! Bill's not elitist about wine at all, however,
for him it's about the enjoyment factor - people taking delight in good or great wines
whatever the budget.
Peronis also has a 30-person function
room, and while they're currently not open on Sundays,
they will open for a function. Of course the entire restaurant of around 140 seats could be
booked for a single function if enough notice is given.
Our further recommendations: sit out on the alfresco verandah area - it's got a lovely garden
vibe - and also allow yourself a bit longer than usual to enjoy your lunch or dinner - it's so much
the right place to kick back and soak up what good restaurants are all about.
www.peronisrestaurant.com.au 
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